While water is consumed the most, tea is second. The drinking of tea began in ancient China, the Shang Dynasty ( 1500-1046 BC ).  But legend has it that the first cup of tea was brewed in 2723 BC for Emperor Shennong.  Coffee, is #3 and only came in the 15th century, probably in Yemen. I've posted on tea several times.  Here is  one from 20June2016 .  To quote: While hot beverages now have officially been placed on the   warning list for being carcinogenic , coffee and tea appear now to have a range of health benefits that warrant your high consideration.  Just don't drink them too hot . You thought you knew tea ( mg of caffeine per 8 oz cup )? White (30-55):  wilted and unoxidized Yellow (33):  unwilted and unoxidized, and allowed to yellow Green (35-70):  uwilted and unoxidized Oolong (50-75):  wilted, bruised and partially oxidized Black (60-90):  wilted, sometimes crushed and fully oxidized (sometimes called Red) Today, I w...

 I understand that the video of the Japan Air airport lounge I inserted yesterday was on private You Tube.  So I'm doing this again, now that I know I want it to be seen. Also in the Japan Air airport lounge was Bob Nakasone, who was on his way to Okinawa. Our JAL plane. Taxi to runway. Departing Honolulu.  Some day I'll edit out my face.  I must have mistakenly pushed the wrong button. Started with champagne. Then two Japanese whiskies on ice, Hakushu and Kanosuke. My meal Watched a couple of movies.  Flight took 9 hours.  Approaching Kansai Airport. Took a taxi to the Marriott Miyako Osaka hotel. Checked in and it was time to enjoy the Club Lounge.  Good liquor selection.  Dinner buffet was fine. View from our room of Osaka Tomorrow the Osaka Expo. -